Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.641
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Calcite
Dimensions:
H-3.8 W-6 L-11.7 cm
Description:
Calcite mineral classification: Carbonate
"calcite cave popcorn"-forms as rounded masses, reacts strongly to HCL.
Found:
Michigan
Chemical Composition:
Calcium carbonate
Crystal System:
Hexagonal
Specific Gravity:
2.71
Hardness:
03
Luster:
Vitreous
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